Description
Silver nitrate, 7761-88-8, AgNO3, MW 169.87 is a white crystalline that is readily soluble in water. Silver nitrate is light sensitive and should be stored in a dry, well-ventilated place. Silver nitrate is used in organic synthesis, photography, silver plating, silver staining in histology, and as a silver patina.
Product Technical bulletin
SILVER NITRATE Specifications
Description:
Silver Nitrate, corresponding to formula AgNO3 used in mirror coatings, medicinal products etc.
Physical Appearance:
White crystals. Solubility in water 68g for 100g of solution
Technical Parameters:
Assay (on dry material) | 99.8% min. |
Solution in water | Passes test |
Maximum % impurity: | |
Not precipitated by HCL (in SO4) | 0.01 |
Chloride | 0.0005 |
Sulphates | 0.002 |
Cadmium | 0.0001 |
Copper | 0.0002 |
Iron | 0.01 |
Nickel | 0.0002 |
Lead | 0.001 |
Zinc | 0.0001 |
Shelf Life:
5 years from date of dispatch. The material should be stored in a sealed container, in a dry area at a temperature between 10oC – 30oC.
Product label
Silver nitrate, 7761-88-8, AgNO3, MW 169.87 is a white crystalline that is readily soluble in water. Silver nitrate is light sensitive and should be stored in a dry, well-ventilated place. Silver nitrate is used in organic synthesis, photography, silver plating, silver staining in histology, and as a silver patina.